Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Lavender Ice Cream with Honey, a refreshing dessert that beautifully marries the soothing essence of lavender with the natural sweetness of honey. This creamy treat is perfect for summer gatherings or as a sweet escape on a warm day. With its unique floral notes and rich texture, this ice cream will not only impress your friends and family but also elevate any dessert table. Easy to prepare with fresh ingredients, this recipe invites you to enjoy a gourmet experience right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons dried lavender flowers
- 4 egg yolks
- ¼ cup sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Infuse the milk and cream: Combine whole milk, heavy cream, and dried lavender in a saucepan. Heat until simmering, then steep for 5-10 minutes before straining out the lavender.
- Prepare the egg mixture: Beat egg yolks with sugar in a stand mixer until creamy.
- Temper the eggs: Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture while mixing on low speed.
- Cook the custard: Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until thickened.
- Combine flavors: Stir in softened cream cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Chill: Allow custard to cool completely before refrigerating overnight.
- Churn: Process in an ice cream maker according to instructions for about 15-20 minutes.
- Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 165mg